FOR READERS. BY READERS.
FOR READERS. BY READERS.
ISSUE #11 | DECEMBER 2025
Cover Designed by Lindsey SteffeyThis wintry issue is full of recommendations to help both the bookish and human sides of you wrap up 2025 and get excited for 2026!
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THE READIN’ AWARDS
Your GOLD STAR books of 2025 have been revealed!
Thank you to everyone who participated, submitted, and voted in the inaugural Readin’ Awards! We are so excited to take your feedback to make next year an even bigger success! Congrats to all the authors who won and we can’t wait to see what books y’all submit next year!
HOT OFF THE PRESSES
Winter Horror Reads That Sleigh
Stave off that seasonal depression by curling up with some truly chilling reads that highlight what a horrifying time winter can be.
Book Report: To Ride a Rising Storm
Thinking about continuing the adventure with book two in the Nampeshiweisit series? Look at our report!
SFF Novellas: Hit Your Reading Goal
Longer books can feel daunting, especially at the end of the year, so here are some SFF novellas to help you hit your reading goal!
Romance Manga 102
Your interest has been piqued, you've seen some anime and manga floating around, you want to start reading it but you're not sure where to start? Here's a list of a couple series that are great entry points into this medium. Enjoy the sweeping love stories you're used to, coupled with beautiful art on every page!
A Thought Daughter's Guide to Journaling
For folks looking to get into journaling, planning, and everything in beween - here are some tips on finding supplies, developing a journaling habit, and creating a system that works best for you.
Adding Suspense to Your Holiday Season
Halloween has come and gone, but as a year round reader of horror, thrillers, and dark literature, spooky season has really just begun! The shorter days and long nights are prime time for some dark reads, and with the holiday season coming up, here's a quick gift guide that might help you shop for the suspense reader in your life!
In Case You Missed It
Atmospheric Reads That Will Chill You To The Bone
Indigenous Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books You Need to Read
Book Club Hosting Guide
Book Report: Katabasis
A Roundup of Historical Fiction Books to Read
From Heritage to Haunts
POV: You Read a Banned Book
Intentionally building community in bookish spaces: A How To Guide
Class is in Session: Your Guide to Dark Academia
